Alocasia Species, Upright Elephant Ear, Taro

Alocasiaridleyi

Family
Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
Genus
Alocasia (a-loh-KAY-see-uh)
Species
ridleyi (rid-LEE-eye)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Bulbs
Ponds and Aquatics
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Norfolk, Nebraska

Red Oak, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
1
neutral
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negative
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Athens, OH | August 2007 | neutral

As per the International Aroid Society website:
Alocasia ridleyi is similar to A. scabriuscula "LRO" in that it has thick or leath...Read More

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